Hey all,
Today I was approached by my father concerning concealed carry for both him and my mom (both in their early 60's). They live in Denver, CO and the Aurora theater shooting (about ten minutes from their house) got them thinking seriously about personal defense (even though I've been advocating it for years... better late than never I suppose).
Anyway, I'm trying to figure out how best to proceed. The priorities I've come up with (in order) are:
1) Get them solid initial familiarization/basic pistol training
2) Get them good, reliable hardware
3) Have them attend the state CCW class and get their licenses
4) Have them attend further professional training focused on personal defense and shooting
I was somewhat hesitant to put the hardware after the initial training (kind of a chicken vs. egg argument), but they really have no familiarization with handguns except they are aware that they go boom. I would rather them understand the basics before shopping for guns...
And speaking of shopping, here is the list that I think I will "strongly recommend" (i.e. restrict them to)":
-Glock 17, Glock 19
-HK P30, P2000
-S&W M&P9, 9c, and Shield
-Kahr CM9/PM9
I'll tell them (especially my mom) to stay away from .380 for a primary.
Finally, I'm trying to make clear that CCW is a lifestyle change for them, not merely an accessory or something to do only when they feel like it.
Was wondering if I'm on the right track with all of this; is there anything else you all can recommend?
Also, does anybody know any good instructors in the Denver, CO area?
Thanks,
Max